Iran Claims Downing of Two US Warplanes Amid Escalating Conflict

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Tensions have sharply escalated as Iran announced it had shot down two US warplanes, marking a significant turning point in the ongoing conflict.

Reports indicate that an F-15E Strike Eagle was brought down over Iranian territory. One crew member was rescued, while another remains missing. In a separate incident, an A-10 Warthog was reportedly downed over the Gulf, with the pilot successfully recovered, according to US media sources.

Search and rescue operations intensified following the incidents, with Black Hawk helicopters deployed to assist. One helicopter reportedly came under fire during the mission but managed to return safely.